Puk - Yachuli Adc, Keyi Panyor
Puk is a village situated in the Yachuli Adc circle of Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Yachuli and around 27 km from Ziro. Upper Talo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puk is 264865. The village falls under the 791120 pincode. Ziro is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Puk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puk
According to the 2011 Census, Puk village had a total population of 227 people, including 108 males and 119 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.97%, with male literacy at 88.76% and female literacy at 70.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 206.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 227 | 108 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 79 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Puk
Puk is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puk
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Puk.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ziro to Puk is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Puk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puk
Where is Puk located?
Puk village is located in Yachuli Adc Circle, Keyi Panyor district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Puk?
The Gram Panchayat of Puk is Upper Talo.
What is the pincode of Puk?
The pincode of Puk is 791120.
What is the population of Puk?
Puk had a total population of 227, including 108 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Puk?
Puk had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Puk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puk was 78.97%. Male literacy was 88.76% and female literacy was 70.75%.